GREEN BAY, WI, Oct 15, 2025 – BW Converting’s Baldwin TexCoat G4 spray finishing system has been recognized by the Apparel Impact Institute (Aii) and Fashion for Good as a verified climate solution for the global textile industry. Following trials and evaluation, the technology was added to Aii’s Climate Solutions Portfolio, confirming its ability to reduce carbon emissions and resource consumption in textile manufacturing.
TexCoat G4 replaces pad-based finishing with a non-contact spray technology that applies chemicals where needed. The system delivers 40–50% energy savings, reduces water and chemical consumption by up to 50%. It also eliminates waste during job changeovers, helping mills meet sustainability goals while improving profitability and production.
“Being recognized by both Fashion for Good and Aii underscores the impact of TexCoat G4 not only as an innovative finishing technology but as a verified climate solution,” said Yiannis Vasilonikolos, global sales leader, textiles, BW Converting. “We are proud that the data confirms what our customers experience every day: measurable reductions in energy, water and carbon footprint, paired with consistently high finishing quality. Together, this validation strengthens our ability to help textile producers meet the dual goals of sustainability and competitiveness.”
Andrea Mariani, production director at Oreste Mariani shared: “At Oreste Mariani we have been running BW Converting’s Baldwin TexCoat G4 since 2022. The system has helped us significantly reduce energy and chemical consumption while maintaining high finishing quality. Independent trials, such as the BluWin BAT+ study at our mill, confirmed these savings in real production conditions. In 2024, we also installed BW Converting’s Baldwin Corona Pure for textiles, which allowed us to achieve the maximum level of water repellency while eliminating an additional wash step from our process. For us, this means both improved product performance and lower resource use. Equally important, we have experienced excellent support from the BW Converting team and a very high level of reliability from their equipment. Together, TexCoat G4 and Corona have become important technologies in our sustainability journey, helping us reduce environmental impact, cut costs and continue to deliver high-quality fabrics to our customers.”
The validation follows field trials in Europe and Asia, where TexCoat G4 has demonstrated resource savings. As part of Aii’s registry, the technology will be visible to apparel brands and retailers that are sourcing solutions to decarbonize textile wet processing.
The case study is available here: Aii Case Study – Precision Spray Finishing Technology.
TexCoat G4’s patented non-contact spray process also streamlines operations by reducing downtime, enabling changeovers and supporting traceability through Industry 4.0 integration.
Source: BW Converting
About BW Converting
BW Converting Solutions, a division of the $3.6 billion Barry-Wehmiller Corporation, specializes in designing and manufacturing precision machinery for tissue, hygiene, print, packaging, mailing, and textiles. Formed as an alliance, it unites brands including Paper Converting Machine Company (PCMC), Winkler+Dünnebier (W+D), Baldwin Technology Co., Hudson-Sharp, STAX Technologies, and Northern Engraving and Machine. These brands offer advanced converting and packaging machinery tailored to industrial applications. With a global presence, BW Converting Solutions operates production facilities in WI, Italy, Serbia, Germany, and England. BW Converting Solutions employs over 1,580 team members worldwide.
About Apparel Impact Institute
Apparel Impact Institute (Aii) is a nonprofit organization that works to reduce carbon emissions across the apparel, footwear, and textile industries. Founded in 2017, the U.S.-based 501(c)(3) identifies, funds, and scales environmental solutions to decarbonize global supply chains. Its key program, the Fashion Climate Fund, mobilizes about $250 million in philanthropic and corporate funding to support energy efficiency, renewable energy, and clean technology adoption in factories and mills. Aii focuses on measurable impact in areas such as thermal energy and manufacturing sustainability. While it does not publicly report annual operating revenue, the organization directs tens of millions of dollars each year toward grants and decarbonization initiatives. Apparel Impact Institute is headquartered in California.